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Capturing The Valley: Pronghorn on the Salmon

Pronghorn are a prominent feature of the open prairies and ranges of the Western United States.  The Pronghorn is not an Antelope.  Its closest living relative is the Giraffe. 

The Pronghorn travels at speeds between 55-60 MPH. Therefore, it is the fastest land animal in the western hemisphere.  While the African Cheetah can reach […]

Capturing The Valley: El’ Capitan Encounter

El’ Capitan is one of the Iconic peaks of Rocky Mountains and the state of Idaho.  On this day I am hiking and scrambling off-trail in the backcountry to find new views and perspectives of the mountain.

El’ Capitan from the upper ridgeline of Pettit Creek Drainage.

I decide to get off […]

Winter Day Trip Along the River of No Return

I decided to take a wintertime day trip (driving) along the Salmon River. I love this route, as it is remote, rugged and of variable terrain.  Statistically speaking, the US Department of Transportation says that Highway 75 is the 3rd most dangerous in the country  

The trip will be from our home in […]